Measles Surge Threatens U.S. Elimination | Portland News

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 24, 2026 · 1m

Measles is roaring back in 2026 with over 2,300 confirmed cases across 43 states—already surpassing last year’s record and threatening the U.S.’s measles elimination status since 2000. This highly contagious virus can infect 9 out of 10 unvaccinated people, spreading even after a cougher leaves a room. Outbreaks are exploding in Arizona, Florida, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, and Virginia—with some, like the Utah-Arizona border, likely 3-4x larger than reported due to underreporting. Experts warn that without hitting the 95% vaccination threshold, vulnerable populations like infants and…